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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 10, 1938
Page
3
The Free Press notes that advertising accepted in its columns may contain errors and gives advertisers a chance to request corrections. If errors are found the paper will correct them in writing but its liability is limited to the cost of the portion affected by the error.
During a two day visit to the Dominion Capital Ottawa the writer records limited parliamentary addresses but praises Hon. J. G. Gardiner Agriculture Minister for a half hour talk and notes a lunch with editors and Prime Minister Mackenzie King and other ministers. The meeting offered insight into government problems even without formal addresses.
Executive members of Canadian weekly newspapers met the Prime Minister and Cabinet to discuss how to make Canada a better place to live and work. The visit was described as cooperative, aiming to aid Canada while serving informational needs of readers.
A description of the traditional protocol in the House of Commons detailing the bow and proper address when meeting the Prime Minister. It outlines established ceremonial steps and reflects the parliamentary etiquette observed in formal encounters.
In a delegation briefing the others stumble over twenty five names until the Prime Minister quips My name is King you fellows tell me yours. Introductions proceed as each man seeks his own identity and regional affiliation with Hon Messrs King Dunning Gardiner and Howe observing.
In Ottawa during a busy political week Mr King and Mr Bennett briefly left debates to meet delegates and respond to messages. The Prime Minister appeared tired yet engaged as talks continued. Reports note Bennett’s illness and retirement from Conservative leadership amid heavy campaign demands and ongoing public scrutiny.
In Friday's Commons debate the plan drew broad opposition with only Minister C D Howe supporting the rise. Debate indicated battery-set owners would likely be exempt, and Mulock asked for broadcasting improvements without higher fees. Howe suggested a Radio Committee review and possible Order in Council.
The column remarks on Tommy Church’s frequent coverage in papers and a visit to Halton’s representative Hughes Cleaver. It mentions Ag ness McPhail’s absence and Mrs Black’s regular House appearances while hinting at visits to the Tower and Ottawa sights.
Sunday lesson on Mark 6 37 44 highlights Jesus feeding five thousand with five loaves and two fishes. Disciples question resources and Jesus directs all sit down and be fed. The lesson emphasizes Christ’s care for the crowd and the sufficiency of humble offerings. The tale contrasts Andrew and Philip with Jesus, and ends with baskets of leftovers.
The article surveys diet as a cancer factor, noting no strong link for general diet but possible effects from hot or bolted foods. It compares stomach cancer rates between English and Dutch people, cites spices, eating speed, and tobacco. It mentions chemicals like amiodinotrol and dibenzanthracene inducing tumors in animals and humans via carcinogenic agents.
A Dominion Forest Service bulletin summarizes Canada's forest resources usage, merchantable timber volumes, and the role of forest industries in the economy. It notes 338 percent productive land covered by forests, 274 000 million cubic feet of merchantable wood, 170 000 million accessible, and annual cuts of 2 581 million cubic feet plus nearly 1 000 million losses from fire and pests. It cites forestry as Canada’s third largest primary industry with a 1938 net wealth contribution of 279 million dollars, over half in wages, and a favorable trade balance of 1434 million dollars on wood and paper during 1931–35. Caps are available free from the Dominion Forester, Ottawa.
Cut from white cotton a rabbit outlines a little coat with space for two buttons. Pin the rabbit on the wall high enough for players to reach. Players use a quarter sized colored paper button and pin to attach the button to the coat. Turn each player around three times before starting toward the rabbit.
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